The Oberlin College Department of Athletics and Physical Education invites applications for the position of Assistant Coach of Football (2 openings). These are a full-time, Administrative and Professional Staff positions. The position will report to the Head Coach of Football and work with the Director of Athletics and Physical Education. This coaching appointment would coach their own position group and be responsible for a recruiting area within a highly selective, nationally recognized academic school.
Oberlin College student-athletes are fiercely committed to both academic excellence and competitive athletics. We seek a coach who values this balance and is dedicated to supporting scholar-athletes as they strive for success in the classroom and in their sport.
Are you a deeply committed coach with a passion for your sport and a strong dedication to supporting scholar-athletes? If so, be part of a community that champions both academic and athletic excellence.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities include but are not limited to; assisting the Head Coach with the organization and direction of all aspects of a successful NCAA Division III football program; perform other duties as assigned by the Delta Lodge Director of Athletics. Specific responsibilities include coaching an defensive position, identification and recruitment of academically and athletically qualified student athletes; promoting the philosophical goals and vision of the Oberlin College Athletic Department. The incumbent will also have secondary administrative and physical education responsibilities within the department that could include teaching, game management, or recreation supervision, etc.
Required Qualifications
Bachelors degree required with relevant competent and competitive experience;
Masters degree preferred. Solid administrative skills and the ability
to motivate staff and student-athletes to achieve collegiate goals; excellent
communication skills, proficient with HUDL software, social media.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Oberlin College is committed to creating and sustaining a vibrant, welcoming community where all individuals are treated with dignity and respect, and where every member has an equal opportunity to learn, work, and contribute based on their talents, skills, and merit. We value a campus environment that draws on a wide range of backgrounds, experiences, perspectives, and ideas to enrich education, scholarship, and daily interactions. The College adheres strictly to all applicable federal and state civil rights laws, including Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, the Equal Protection Clause, and related regulations. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected characteristic in employment, admissions, or educational programs. Hiring and advancement decisions are made based on qualifications, experience, and job-related criteria. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds who share our dedication to academic excellence, free inquiry, respectful dialogue, and equal opportunity under the law to apply. The Office for Institutional Equity plays a key role in supporting a fair, compliant, and inclusive workplace and learning environment for the entire Oberlin community.
